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Collection of Western songs with titles starting with 'Y'

When it comes to English words that start with “Y,” the first one that probably comes to mind is “You,” meaning “あなた.” It’s also frequently used in song titles, and you often see titles like “Your ○○” or “You’re ~~.” In this article, I’ll introduce famous Western songs with titles that start with “Y.” We don’t usually search for songs by the first letter of the title, so you might discover tracks that haven’t caught your eye before.

Enjoy the article as you look forward to seeing what songs are out there.

A roundup of Western songs with titles starting with 'Y' (121–130)

You Don’t Know MeArmand Van Helden

This work is often considered a pioneer of filter house, where the main development is built around opening and closing the filter—a technique that led to massive hits like Daft Punk’s “One More Time” and Eric Prydz’s “Call On Me.” It was produced by street icon Armand Van Helden.

In recent years, his unit with A-Trak, the DMC scratch world champion, Duck Sauce, has gained popularity.

Even if the name doesn’t immediately ring a bell, everyone will recognize it when they hear “Barbra Streisand.”

You Go to My HeadArt Pepper

Art Pepper Quartet – You Go to My Head
You Go to My HeadArt Pepper

This song is a jazz standard with lyrics that say you intoxicate my mind like alcohol, weaving in references to champagne and other kinds of drinks.

Art Pepper’s cool-toned ballad seems perfect for enhancing the mood in a restaurant.

You’d Be So Nice to Come Home ToArt Pepper

Art Pepper-You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To
You'd Be So Nice to Come Home ToArt Pepper

This song is also known for Helen Merrill’s vocals, and since it was used in commercials in Japan, many of you may have heard it.

Composed by Cole Porter in 1942, it has been performed by many artists as a famous jazz standard.

Among them, this rendition by Art Pepper is particularly well-known and highly regarded.

Art Pepper was born in California in 1925.

His playing is associated with West Coast jazz and is characterized by an intellectual, light, and cool style.

YesterdaysArt Tatum

Although American jazz pianist Art Tatum had a visual impairment, he captivated listeners with emotionally powerful performances that never let it hold him back.

In particular, his arrangement of Jerome Kern’s famous composition “Yesterdays,” featuring bold phrasing that makes expansive use of the keyboard, is a standout among Tatum’s works.

Be sure to listen to Art’s playing—hailed as “God” by Fats Waller, the great pianist who flourished in the first half of the 20th century!

You Make MeAvicii

This soothing song by Avicii—one of the most renowned figures in the electronic dance music scene—boasts overwhelming popularity.

With its refined atmosphere, it delivers a high-sense finish that perfectly elevates the mood of July.